SS - great report and totally agree that the Russians richly deserved their lead at half time. Scott Steele has been ruined by the LI coaches and you are right that they should kick into the long grass the box kick approach and/ or the double step of the scrum half prior to passing (usually to someone standing still).

Was thinking of giving away this season home shirt if we lost (for nothing including payment for delivery) but look like I will need to keep wearing it.

Agree great report. Long way to go for this team and not the strongest opposition but watched the highlights as I couldn't get to the game - some really encouraging signs. Have thought for a while that TBC would make a good 12 with his skillset. Keep going Irish.

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